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The Seattle Storm announced Wednesday that veteran NFL linebacker and Super Bowl XLVIII champion Bobby Wagner has joined the team’s ownership group, marking a significant move for both the WNBA franchise and one of Seattle’s most celebrated athletes. Wagner, who spent 10 of his 13 NFL seasons with the Seattle Seahawks, returns to the city […]

The Los Angeles Lakers made a significant addition of late to their team, with the Purple & Gold signing former NBA Defensive Player of the Year Marcus Smart to a two-year, $11 million contract. At this point, it’s already known that Los Angeles superstar guard Luka Doncic had played a role in convincing Smart to […]

The Los Angeles Lakers have made some moves to shore up their depth this offseason, with Marcus Smart’s signing being the latest such transaction. Upon announcing Smart’s arrival, team president Rob Pelinka hyped up the impact of the former NBA Defensive Player of the Year. “Adding a player like Marcus Smart to our roster allows us […]

The Los Angeles Lakers have been busy making moves the last couple of weeks, including signing both Marcus Smart and Deandre Ayton off the buyout market. The moves occurred in the wake of LeBron James choosing to opt into his player option despite his agent Rich Paul making some cryptic statements hinting at a potential […]

Nike’s signature Kobe Bryant sneaker line has been massively popular over the last few years in terms of both NBA and WNBA talent constantly preferring his sneakers over others. Thanks to the Nike Kobe line, the low-top sneakers have become go-to options for top talent across the globe and come this holiday, we’ll see the […]

With Luka Doncic eligible to sign a contract extension beginning August 2, a Los Angeles Lakers front office executive made it clear that the franchise sees the 26-year-old as a long-term cornerstone. During NBA 2K26 Summer League coverage in Las Vegas, Spotrac’s Keith Smith spoke with coaches and executives across both conferences. Among those conversations […]

The lore and aura of NBA all-time scoring leader LeBron James on a basketball court is virtually unmatched. However, things are taken one step forward when putting the arguable G.O.A.T. of the game up against amateur players. Returning to the Drew League in 2022 for the first time in 11 years, LeBron James put on […]

There aren’t many moments in NBA history that can top Lakers legend Kobe Bryant’s 81-point performance against the Toronto Raptors in 2006. The game lives forever in league lore and serves as a massive point for Bryant when thrown into the G.O.A.T. discussion. In continuing to keep the Nike Kobe collection active with new releases, […]

Like his rookie season with the Los Angeles Lakers, Dalton Knecht’s NBA Summer League was full of highs and lows. In three games in Las Vegas, Knecht averaged 10.3 points per game while shooting 27.9% from the field and 23.8% from 3-point range. His only outstanding performance was in Utah’s Summer League on July 8, […]

The Los Angeles Lakers have been making a few moves over the past few weeks, and it’s not only to improve the team but to satisfy one of their star players. When Luka Doncic was traded to the Lakers last season, the vibe was that every move the Lakers made from then on would be […]

After watching the Los Angeles Lakers sign veteran guard Marcus Smart to a two-year, $11 million deal, NBA analyst Zach Lowe wonders if they gave up too soon on Jordan Goodwin. Goodwin was waived to make room for Smart as the Lakers hope the veteran defensive specialist can bolster their identity ahead of a critical […]

The Los Angeles Lakers have been busy making moves this offseason, including most recently signing free agent guard Marcus Smart after his buyout with the Washington Wizards. Smart joins Deandre Ayton as Lakers buyout market acquisitions that the team hopes will bolster its depth heading into the 2025-26 season. Even after the signing of Ayton, […]

LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers were expected to enter a new era after the team shipped away Anthony Davis for Luka Doncic. However, it looks like the Purple and Gold are contemplating on entering a full rebuild around Luka, placing a ticking timetable on James’ tenure in Los Angeles. With plenty of chatter […]

The Los Angeles Lakers have been trying to find any way to improve their team after not having much movement when free agency started. Over the past few weeks, they’ve added Deandre Ayton and recently signed Marcus Smart after he was bought out by the Washington Wizards. Apparently, the Lakers have been on the phone […]

Recently, the Los Angeles Lakers made a free-agency splash by signing guard Marcus Smart, who had been bought out by the Washington Wizards, as reported by Shams Charania of ESPN. The move gives the Lakers the point-of-attack defender that they so desperately needed to help out a backcourt of Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves. Despite […]

Amid Los Angeles Lakers All-Star LeBron James’ potential retirement rumors after 2025-26, James reflected on the NBA’s proverbial switch from the Big 3 era to what we see today. Instead of clammoring to create the next star-studded Big 3 of All-Stars to guide its team to a championship, NBA franchises prioritize depth over the top-heavy […]

It was always a given that Bradley Beal would sign with the Los Angeles Clippers. All intel across the NBA at Summer League in Las Vegas indicated that this deal would be finalized before the Phoenix Suns even agreed to their buyout with Beal, and sure enough, that is what happened. However, Beal wasn’t the […]

Five years removed from Kobe Bryant’s death, and his former Los Angeles Lakers teammate, Shaquille O’Neal, still keeps in touch with Bryant’s mom. O’Neal berated Bleacher Report for ranking Kobe No. 11 in its top 100 players of all time. Then, he opened up about his newfound relationship with Black Mamba’s mom, who he often […]

The Los Angeles Lakers will enter the upcoming season expecting Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves, and LeBron James to help carry them towards the NBA Playoffs. But, one under the radar player could make a surprising impact. According to NBA insider Marc Stein, Lakers forward Jarred Vanderbilt is now fully healthy. As a result, the 26-year-old […]

The Los Angeles Lakers made an addition to the team over the weekend, signing Marcus Smart after he agreed to a buyout with the Washington Wizards. Smart is known as a defensive guard, winning the Defensive Player of the Year award in 2022. He’s also a winner, which probably matters the most when talking about […]

The Los Angeles Lakers are going through this offseason in a somewhat interesting spot as they try to build a championship roster for next season while they also focus on keeping long-term flexibility for the Luka Doncic era. Of course, LeBron James’ contract situation, and Rich Paul’s comments after James picked up his player option, […]

Marcus Smart is taking his talents next to Hollywood, as he is expected to join Luka Doncic and the Los Angeles Lakers after agreeing to a contract buyout with the Washington Wizards. Doncic is said to have a crucial role in Smart’s decision to choose the Lakers as he’s next landing spot. If not for […]

After the Los Angeles Lakers waived guard Shake Milton to make space for Marcus Smart, they parted ways with another guard in the wake of the signing. Smart agreed to a two-year deal worth $11 million after reaching a buyout with the Washington Wizards. The Lakers waived Milton and Jordan Goodwin to make room for […]

On Saturday, the Los Angeles Lakers made a free agency splash by signing guard Marcus Smart to a contract shortly after his buyout with the Washington Wizards. Smart gives the Lakers the point of attack defender that they desperately needed as well as some veteran leadership and toughness. In order to bring in Smart, the […]

Los Angeles Lakers fans are going to love Luka Doncic’s dreams to achieve with the franchise. Doncic is preparing for his second season with the team, following a stunning 2024-25 campaign that saw immense change for him. He was with the Dallas Mavericks since 2018 until the team traded him to the Lakers this past […]

Following the free agent signings of Deandre Ayton and Jake LaRavia, the Los Angeles Lakers seemingly had another roster move to make. With the departure of Dorian Finney-Smith, the Lakers were in need of a consistent 3&D player. While LaRavia expressed interest in filling that role during his introductory press conference, it appears the Lakers […]

Marcus Smart reportedly intends to sign with the Los Angeles Lakers following his contract buyout with the Washington Wizards. Smart’s expected decision surprised many fans, but the move did not come out of nowhere. According to NBA insider Marc Stein, Luka Doncic played a role in recruiting Smart to LA. “Lakers star Luka Dončić made […]

The Los Angeles Lakers are creating room for a three-time All-Defensive representative. And NBA fans can’t believe Marcus Smart is on his way to the Lake Show. The veteran point guard is heading toward an exit from the Washington Wizards. ESPN NBA insider Shams Charania provided more context Saturday.  “Marcus Smart has agreed to a […]

After being relatively quiet in free agency, with their biggest upgrade coming in the form of former Phoenix Suns and Portland Trail Blazers center DeAndre Ayton, the Los Angeles Lakers intend to make a big swing in the coming days by signing Marcus Smart to a free-agent deal. Breaking the news on social media, ESPN’s […]

Shaquille O’Neal’s affinity and admiration for Stephen Curry are well-documented, but his latest claim about the greatest shooter of all time is still quite bold. While on the ‘Off The Record’ podcast, Shaq discussed the idea of replacing Kobe Bryant on the early 2000s Los Angeles Lakers and how that would have affected their championship […]

The Los Angeles Lakers will end the NBA Summer League without one of their more notable players in Bronny James. James is preparing for the second year of his NBA career, being one of the Lakers’ reserves as a rookie. He used this summer to take part with the Summer League squad, which he impressed […]

Rumors and speculation continue to surround LeBron James, as some believe he could announce his retirement soon. With the buzz growing louder, sports analyst Colin Cowherd chimed in with his take about the Los Angeles Lakers’ star. In the latest episode of “The Herd,” the popular analyst listed all of the reasons why James announcing […]

The rumor mill has been hot all offseason long for the Los Angeles Lakers as there is speculation that the relationship between the organization, and LeBron James is a little on the rocks. With the future Hall of Famer in the final year of his contract, one insider breaks down how James could approach his […]

The 2025 edition of the NBA Summer League in Las Vegas has begun, and the Los Angeles Lakers’ search for upgrades up and down their roster continues along. According to ClutchPoints Senior Lakers insider Anthony Irwin, LA is “hoping to reignite trade talks” during Summer League, with one of their potential targets being former Defensive […]

Bronny James impressed in Thursday’s Summer League matchup between the Los Angeles Lakers and Boston Celtics. In 28 minutes of action, James caused trouble for the Celtics’ defense. He put up 18 points, five assists, three rebounds, and a steal. He shot 7-of-13 from the field, including 1-of-4 from beyond the arc, and 3-of-4 from […]

LAS VEGAS — When LeBron James was spotted with his wife, Savannah, and daughter, Zhuri, in the tunnel of the Thomas & Mack Center ahead of the Los Angeles Lakers’ second NBA Summer League game on Saturday, the entire NBA media landscape was sent ablaze amid all the speculation about his future. Aside from many […]

While rumors of the Phoenix Suns looking to trade Bradley Beal go back to last season’s trade deadline, one of the major obstacles preventing that was Beal possessed a no-trade clause in his contract. In fact, he was one of only two active players alongside Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James that had a no-trade […]

The speculation surrounding LeBron James’ future has reached a fever pitch during the 2025 NBA Summer League, with the Cleveland Cavaliers, Dallas Mavericks, and New York Knicks among the teams reportedly monitoring the situation in hopes of a potential buyout from the Los Angeles Lakers according to Anthony Irwin of ClutchPoints. James, now 40 years […]

Rumors are running rampant across the NBA with the offseason in full swing. There is already speculation that LeBron James could leave the Los Angeles Lakers soon, but now the shift is focusing on Luka Doncic. One rival executive stirred the pot on Wednesday when claiming the Denver Nuggets are a team to keep an […]